Energy storage projects are reaching a peak in grid connection and delivery

India''s energy storage projects installation to surge 10-fold

India''s battery energy storage capacity is set to rise nearly ten-fold to around 5 GWh in 2026 from 507 MWh in 2025, reflecting a shift from tendering to execution of projects.

4 FAQs about Energy storage projects are reaching a peak in grid connection and delivery

What drives energy storage project development?

Globally, energy storage project development is increasingly driven by the utility-scale segment, with mandates and targeted auctions driving gigawatt-hour projects in markets like China, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Australia and Chile.

Should energy storage be removed from energy grid connection?

For energy storage, the new Chinese policy emphasized the need to remove energy storage as a prerequisite for renewable energy project grid connection, a requirement that has been a major driver for battery build. Nonetheless, BNEF still expects strong demand for batteries, as the policy doesn’t explicitly require mandates to stop.

How many new energy storage projects are there?

According to NEA's Bian, the government has released a list of 56 new-type energy storage pilot demonstration projects since the beginning of this year, including 17 lithium-ion battery projects and 11 compressed air energy storage projects, among others.

Is the industrial energy storage sector at a crossroads?

The industrial energy storage sector is currently at a crossroads, facing both challenges and promising opportunities. On the one hand, the market potential is vast, with an increasing number of industrial users recognizing the importance of energy storage and showing a growing willingness to install storage systems.